ReMARKable Palate http://remarkablepalate.com/blog Mark C. Tafoya is a personal chef in New York City. He is also a world traveler and self-taught gourmand. He is a graduate of Yale University, worked as an actor for 10 years, both On and Off Broadway, and in independent films. His love of travel and food has taken him around the world. He hopes to share his love of world cuisine with you! Tue, 05 Aug 2008 22:56:20 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.2 en This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 2.5 license remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Chef Mark Tafoya) remarkablepalate@gmail.com(Chef Mark Tafoya) Food and Drink 1440 food,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainable A Food and Culture Podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service of New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks, and purveyors who bring them to us. ReMARKable Palate is a production o A Food and Culture Podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service of New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks, and purveyors who bring them to us. ReMARKable Palate is a production of the Culinary Media Network. Mark C. Tafoya No no http://www.gildedfork.com/images/sitegraphics/rp-itunes.jpg ReMARKable Palate http://remarkablepalate.com/blog 144 144 This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 2.5 licensefood,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainableArts/Foodremarkablepalate@gmail.comMark C. Tafoya109709http://www.feedburner.comSubscribe with My Yahoo!Subscribe with NewsGatorSubscribe with BloglinesSubscribe with NetvibesSubscribe with GoogleSubscribe with PageflakesSubscribe with ODEOSubscribe with PodnovaSubscribe with Podcast ReadyThis is an XML content feed. It is intended to be viewed in a newsreader or syndicated to another site, subject to copyright and fair use. RP155: The Oils of Chile http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/08/05/rp155-the-oils-of-chile/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/08/05/rp155-the-oils-of-chile/#comments Tue, 05 Aug 2008 22:56:20 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/08/05/rp155-the-oils-of-chile/
ReMARKable Palate #155: The Oils of Chile

This week, we speak with Chef Pilar Rodriguez from Chile, who specializes in creating dishes to pair with the wines of Chile. She speaks with us about some special ingredients which are indigenous to this South American land, and how she incorporates them into her cooking. We then learn about the wonderful work being done in Chile to produce Avocado oil and olive oil, and how this South American land just may sneak up on the Mediterranean countries to become the preeminent producer of fine cooking oils in the world.

Theme Song: “Go Fish”, by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network.

ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/08/05/rp155-the-oils-of-chile/feed/ 00:01:01 ReMARKable Palate #155: The Oils of Chile This week, we speak with Chef Pilar Rodriguez from Chile, who specializes in creating dishes to pair with ... ReMARKable Palate #155: The Oils of Chile This week, we speak with Chef Pilar Rodriguez from Chile, who specializes in creating dishes to pair with the wines of Chile. She speaks with us about some special ingredients which are indigenous to this South American land, and how she incorporates them into her cooking. We then learn about the wonderful work being done in Chile to produce Avocado oil and olive oil, and how this South American land just may sneak up on the Mediterranean countries to become the preeminent producer of fine cooking oils in the world. Theme Song: "Go Fish", by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network. ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com chefs,,chile,,food,and,wine,pairing,,olive,oil Chef Mark Tafoya no No RP154.5: Madame Marie Claude Delahaye http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/08/04/rp1545-madame-marie-claude-delahaye/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/08/04/rp1545-madame-marie-claude-delahaye/#comments Mon, 04 Aug 2008 14:17:37 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/08/04/rp1545-madame-marie-claude-delahaye/
ReMARKable Palate #154.5: Madame Marie Claude Delahaye

Today it’s a special episode, outside of the usual schedule, since I wanted to bring you the audio from my interview with Madame Marie Claude Delahaye, dorector of the Absinthe Museum, whom I met at a tasting party for La Fee Absinthe. The catch is that Madame Delahaye doesn’t speak any English, and so I conducted our interview entirely in French. Of course, what makes it difficult is that it doesn’t make much sense for me to translate the entire interview and read it to you in English, so for those of you who do speak French, it should be a special treat. For the rest of you, I apologize, but I’m sure you’ll forgive me. Enjoy this special episode, and we’ll be back to English next week!

Theme Song: “Go Fish”, by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network.

ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/08/04/rp1545-madame-marie-claude-delahaye/feed/ 00:01:01 ReMARKable Palate #154.5: Madame Marie Claude Delahaye Today it's a special episode, outside of the usual schedule, since I wanted to bring you the audio ... ReMARKable Palate #154.5: Madame Marie Claude Delahaye Today it's a special episode, outside of the usual schedule, since I wanted to bring you the audio from my interview with Madame Marie Claude Delahaye, dorector of the Absinthe Museum, whom I met at a tasting party for La Fee Absinthe. The catch is that Madame Delahaye doesn't speak any English, and so I conducted our interview entirely in French. Of course, what makes it difficult is that it doesn't make much sense for me to translate the entire interview and read it to you in English, so for those of you who do speak French, it should be a special treat. For the rest of you, I apologize, but I'm sure you'll forgive me. Enjoy this special episode, and we'll be back to English next week! Theme Song: "Go Fish", by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network. ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com Absinthe,,cocktails,,spirits Chef Mark Tafoya no No Rolling On The River http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/08/03/rolling-on-the-river/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/08/03/rolling-on-the-river/#comments Sun, 03 Aug 2008 14:19:11 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/08/03/rolling-on-the-river/ Rolling on the River

An update from the road as I embark on my summer tour of the Southwest. I’m in Tucson for a personal chef conference, and I chill out on the “lazy river” at the Marriott Star Pass Resort, where I’m staying. More later.

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/08/03/rolling-on-the-river/feed/ noMark C. TafoyaA Food and Culture podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service in New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks and purveyors who bring them to us. We travel the world in search of the unique tastes and dishes that make each place special. ReMARKable Palate is a production of the Culinary Media Network.food,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainable CMN Video: Cocktail Hour - Absinthe http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/31/cmn-video-cocktail-hour-absinthe/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/31/cmn-video-cocktail-hour-absinthe/#comments Thu, 31 Jul 2008 20:56:12 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/31/cmn-video-cocktail-hour-absinthe/ CMN Video: Cocktail Hour - Absinthe

At the coming out party in New York for La Fee Absinthe, we are treated to a Parisienne, the classic way to enjoy Absinthe, and we see the “louche” that develops when water is poured over a sugar cube to release “The Green Fairy”.

A production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/31/cmn-video-cocktail-hour-absinthe/feed/ noMark C. TafoyaA Food and Culture podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service in New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks and purveyors who bring them to us. We travel the world in search of the unique tastes and dishes that make each place special. ReMARKable Palate is a production of the Culinary Media Network.food,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainable RP154: Absinthe, The Green Fairy http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/29/rp154-absinthe-the-green-fairy/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/29/rp154-absinthe-the-green-fairy/#comments Tue, 29 Jul 2008 22:09:45 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/29/rp154-absinthe-the-green-fairy/
ReMARKable Palate #154: Absinthe, The Green Fairy

This week, we learn about the mysterious Green Fairy, the spirit so alluring that it has been banned in Europe and the US since 1915, but which is finally making a comeback. Absinthe. The wormwood infused spirit with a licorice taste and a high alcohol content. We speak with George Rowley, CEO of La Fee Absinthe, who tells us about his mission to bring back the banned spirit.

Theme Song: “Go Fish”, by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network.

ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/29/rp154-absinthe-the-green-fairy/feed/ 00:01:01 ReMARKable Palate #154: Absinthe, The Green Fairy This week, we learn about the mysterious Green Fairy, the spirit so alluring that it has been banned ... ReMARKable Palate #154: Absinthe, The Green Fairy This week, we learn about the mysterious Green Fairy, the spirit so alluring that it has been banned in Europe and the US since 1915, but which is finally making a comeback. Absinthe. The wormwood infused spirit with a licorice taste and a high alcohol content. We speak with George Rowley, CEO of La Fee Absinthe, who tells us about his mission to bring back the banned spirit. Theme Song: "Go Fish", by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network. ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com Absinthe,,cocktails,,spirits Chef Mark Tafoya no No Summer Cocktail Bash in NYC, TONIGHT July 25 http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/25/summer-cocktail-bash-in-nyc-july-25/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/25/summer-cocktail-bash-in-nyc-july-25/#comments Fri, 25 Jul 2008 12:05:13 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/25/summer-cocktail-bash-in-nyc-july-25/ Please join the Culinary Media Network at Union Bar on Friday July 25th from 5-7 PM as we co-host a summer cocktail bash at “Cafe PureLeaf”. This special cafe within Union Bar will be celebrating a new line of bottled PureLeaf brewed teas by Lipton.

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We will be doing a live taping of one of our Culinary Media Network shows, and featuring the making of several cocktails using teas.

Union Bar is located at 204 Park Ave. South, between 17th and 18th St. The happy hour with drink specials will take place from 5-7, but we’ll likely hang around for awhile afterwards.

This is your chance to meet Jennifer and Chef Mark in person, and have a drink with us! We can’t wait to meet you there. Be sure to let us know if you’re coming so that we can say hello, and thank you for being a participant!

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We explore the uses of Cachaça, the national spirit of Brazil, and learn how to make 2 cocktails, the classic Caiparinha, and the Empire Cooler, with Sagatiba Brand Manager and mixologist Jamie Terrell.

A production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/23/cmn-video-cocktail-hour-cachaca/feed/ noMark C. TafoyaA Food and Culture podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service in New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks and purveyors who bring them to us. We travel the world in search of the unique tastes and dishes that make each place special. ReMARKable Palate is a production of the Culinary Media Network.food,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainable RP153: Cachaça - The Spirit of Brazil http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/22/rp153-cachaca-the-spirit-of-brazil/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/22/rp153-cachaca-the-spirit-of-brazil/#comments Wed, 23 Jul 2008 01:27:34 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/22/rp153-cachaca-the-spirit-of-brazil/
ReMARKable Palate #153: Cachaça - The Spirit of Brazil

This week, we talk about the National Spirit of Brazil, Cachaça. I attended a party hosted by Sagatiba, a premium Brazilian Cachaça, and had the chance to sit down with Jared Brown and Anistatia Miller, cocktail, spirits, and liquor experts who happen to be married to each other! You heard them recently on All You Can Eat #52, speaking with our mutual friend Don Genova. Well today, they give us the benefit of their vast knowledge and research into the history of Cachaça and other New World spirits.

Exposition Universelle des Vins et Spiritueux
Sagatiba Cachaça

Theme Song: “Go Fish”, by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network.

ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/22/rp153-cachaca-the-spirit-of-brazil/feed/ 00:01:01 ReMARKable Palate #153: Cachaccedil;a - The Spirit of Brazil This week, we talk about the National Spirit of Brazil, Cachaccedil;a. I attended a party ... ReMARKable Palate #153: Cachaccedil;a - The Spirit of Brazil This week, we talk about the National Spirit of Brazil, Cachaccedil;a. I attended a party hosted by Sagatiba, a premium Brazilian Cachaccedil;a, and had the chance to sit down with Jared Brown and Anistatia Miller, cocktail, spirits, and liquor experts who happen to be married to each other! You heard them recently on All You Can Eat #52, speaking with our mutual friend Don Genova. Well today, they give us the benefit of their vast knowledge and research into the history of Cachaccedil;a and other New World spirits. Exposition Universelle des Vins et Spiritueux Sagatiba Cachaccedil;a Theme Song: "Go Fish", by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network. ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com Brazil,,Cachaccedil;a,,cocktails,,spirits Chef Mark Tafoya no No CMN Video: Fork in The Road Sicily http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/18/cmn-video-fork-in-the-road-sicily/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/18/cmn-video-fork-in-the-road-sicily/#comments Fri, 18 Jul 2008 19:17:16 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/18/cmn-video-fork-in-the-road-sicily/ CMN Video: Fork in The Road - Sicily

Jennifer and Chef Mark speak with Tony May and Gianfranco Sorrentino from GRI, or Gruppo Ristoratori Italiani, about GRI’s mission to promote the image of Italian Cuisine in the United States. Each year, they visit a region of Italy to learn about fresh artisanal products. This year, the destination was Sicily, and the Culinary Media Network came along to join in on the fun! From ancient Greek ruins, to sumptuous feasts in rustic farmhouses to Medieval Palazzi and winery tours, we took a big bite out of Sicily!

A production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

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“Sicilia” (mp3)
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(Alfredo Lo Faro)

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]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/18/cmn-video-fork-in-the-road-sicily/feed/ noMark C. TafoyaA Food and Culture podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service in New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks and purveyors who bring them to us. We travel the world in search of the unique tastes and dishes that make each place special. ReMARKable Palate is a production of the Culinary Media Network.food,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainable July 16 National Personal Chef Day http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/16/july-16-national-personal-chef-day/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/16/july-16-national-personal-chef-day/#comments Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:31:29 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/16/july-16-national-personal-chef-day/ Who knew???

I found a google alert posting on a blog that today is National Personal Chef Day.  I don’t think I’d ever heard of this holiday!

It would have been nice for me to know in advance, I would have had time to hire a PC to make me dinner!!

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ReMARKable Palate #152: A Powerful Taste of Wales

This week, I take a trip to the west of the UK and get a taste of Wales! I wish it were really so, but actually I spoke with a bunch of Welsh food producers at the Fancy Food Show here in New York. From cheddar cheese, to beer, sea salt and flavored pates, the foods of Wales reflect the Gaelic roots of these warm people, and I’m sure you’ll agree that the ones I met are a fun lot.

Collier’s Cheese
Cwrw Haf
Halen Mon Seasalt
Patchwork Foods

ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

Theme Song: “Go Fish”, by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network.

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/15/rp152-a-powerful-taste-of-wales/feed/ 00:01:01 ReMARKable Palate #152: A Powerful Taste of Wales This week, I take a trip to the west of the UK and get a taste of ... ReMARKable Palate #152: A Powerful Taste of Wales This week, I take a trip to the west of the UK and get a taste of Wales! I wish it were really so, but actually I spoke with a bunch of Welsh food producers at the Fancy Food Show here in New York. From cheddar cheese, to beer, sea salt and flavored pates, the foods of Wales reflect the Gaelic roots of these warm people, and I'm sure you'll agree that the ones I met are a fun lot. Collier's Cheese Cwrw Haf Halen Mon Seasalt Patchwork Foods ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com Theme Song: "Go Fish", by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network. Audio,amp;,Video,Shows,,Wales,,beer,,cheese,,pate,,salt Chef Mark Tafoya no No CMN Video: Chef Rick Bayless at NY Times Travel Show Part 3 http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/14/cmn-video-chef-rick-bayless-at-ny-times-travel-show-part-3/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/14/cmn-video-chef-rick-bayless-at-ny-times-travel-show-part-3/#comments Tue, 15 Jul 2008 04:54:33 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/14/cmn-video-chef-rick-bayless-at-ny-times-travel-show-part-3/ CMN Video: Chef Rick Bayless at NY Times Travel Show, Part 3

The conclusion of our 3 part series. Chef Rick Bayless, of Chicago’s Frontera Grill and Topolobampo speaks at the NY Times Travel Show. He finishes his Shrimp in Green Mole Sauce, and teaches us about chayote.

www.rickbayless.com

A production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/14/cmn-video-chef-rick-bayless-at-ny-times-travel-show-part-3/feed/ noMark C. TafoyaA Food and Culture podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service in New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks and purveyors who bring them to us. We travel the world in search of the unique tastes and dishes that make each place special. ReMARKable Palate is a production of the Culinary Media Network.food,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainable CMN Video: SpeckFest http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/11/cmn-video-speckfest/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/11/cmn-video-speckfest/#comments Fri, 11 Jul 2008 20:50:55 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/11/cmn-video-speckfest/ CMN Video: SpeckFest

We visit SpeckFest, the Annual festival celebrating Speck, a cured ham product of the SudTirol-Alto Adige region of Northern Italy that is both smoked and air cured. We then head to a factory, where we see the modern way that Speck is produced.

A production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/11/cmn-video-speckfest/feed/ noMark C. TafoyaA Food and Culture podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service in New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks and purveyors who bring them to us. We travel the world in search of the unique tastes and dishes that make each place special. ReMARKable Palate is a production of the Culinary Media Network.food,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainable CSA Newsletter July 10th http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/10/csa-newsletter-july-10th/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/10/csa-newsletter-july-10th/#comments Thu, 10 Jul 2008 21:43:19 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/10/csa-newsletter-july-10th/ Here’s this week’s CSA Newsletter, with some fun recipes for zucchini, crab salad, and our Culinary Media Network Basil and Orange Ice Cream!

Download PDF: July 10th Newsletter

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]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/10/csa-newsletter-july-10th/feed/ noMark C. TafoyaA Food and Culture podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service in New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks and purveyors who bring them to us. We travel the world in search of the unique tastes and dishes that make each place special. ReMARKable Palate is a production of the Culinary Media Network.food,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainable RP151: Greek Cheese with the Greek Gourmand http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/08/rp151-greek-cheese-with-the-greek-gourmand/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/08/rp151-greek-cheese-with-the-greek-gourmand/#comments Tue, 08 Jul 2008 21:21:53 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/08/rp151-greek-cheese-with-the-greek-gourmand/
ReMARKable Palate #151: Greek Cheese with the Greek Gourmand

This week, I chat with Sam Sotiropoulos, the Greek Gourmand, who shares recipes and reflections on Greek food, culture, and history on his blog at greekgourmand.blogspot.com. Sam gives us a primer on Greek cheeses, helping us to go beyond feta, and distinguish between the many fine cheeses that come from the cradle of Western Civilization.

More on Greek Cheeses: Greek Cheese Page

ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

Theme Song: “Go Fish”, by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network.

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/08/rp151-greek-cheese-with-the-greek-gourmand/feed/ 00:01:01 ReMARKable Palate #151: Greek Cheese with the Greek Gourmand This week, I chat with Sam Sotiropoulos, the Greek Gourmand, who shares recipes and reflections on ... ReMARKable Palate #151: Greek Cheese with the Greek Gourmand This week, I chat with Sam Sotiropoulos, the Greek Gourmand, who shares recipes and reflections on Greek food, culture, and history on his blog at greekgourmand.blogspot.com. Sam gives us a primer on Greek cheeses, helping us to go beyond feta, and distinguish between the many fine cheeses that come from the cradle of Western Civilization. More on Greek Cheeses: Greek Cheese Page ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com Theme Song: "Go Fish", by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network. Audio,amp;,Video,Shows,,Greece,,cheese Chef Mark Tafoya no No Guest Blogger on BenjaminChristie.com http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/08/guest-blogger-on-benjaminchristiecom/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/08/guest-blogger-on-benjaminchristiecom/#comments Tue, 08 Jul 2008 17:42:15 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/08/guest-blogger-on-benjaminchristiecom/ My friend Chef Ben asked me to write a guest blog on his excellent Australian Chef website, and I was happy to oblige:  A Day in the Life of a Personal Chef!

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/08/guest-blogger-on-benjaminchristiecom/feed/ CMN Video: Fancy Food Show Highlights http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/05/cmn-video-fancy-food-show-highlights/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/05/cmn-video-fancy-food-show-highlights/#comments Sat, 05 Jul 2008 22:12:45 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/05/cmn-video-fancy-food-show-highlights/ CMN Video: Fancy Food Show Highlights

A visual montage of some of the beautiful and mouth-watering displays of food products at the 2008 NASFT Summer Fancy Food Show.

A production of the Culinary Media Network.
www.culinarymedianetwork.com

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/05/cmn-video-fancy-food-show-highlights/feed/ noMark C. TafoyaA Food and Culture podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service in New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks and purveyors who bring them to us. We travel the world in search of the unique tastes and dishes that make each place special. ReMARKable Palate is a production of the Culinary Media Network.food,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainable CSA Newsletter July 3rd http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/03/csa-newsletter-july-3rd/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/03/csa-newsletter-july-3rd/#comments Thu, 03 Jul 2008 22:07:06 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/03/csa-newsletter-july-3rd/ Here’s this week’s CSA Newsletter for Hawthorne Valley Farm. It’s all about beets, turnips, and using the greens from the tops of both. Plus an article about time on the farm from Farmer Katy.

Download PDF: July 3rd Newsletter

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]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/03/csa-newsletter-july-3rd/feed/ RP150: Fancy Food Show Hot Picks http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/01/rp150-fancy-food-show-hot-picks/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/01/rp150-fancy-food-show-hot-picks/#comments Wed, 02 Jul 2008 03:35:34 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/01/rp150-fancy-food-show-hot-picks/
ReMARKable Palate #150: Fancy Food Show Hot Picks

Today, it’s my annual wrap up of highlights from the Fancy Food Show. Each summer the NASFT, the National Association for the Specialty Food Trade, hosts a huge show at the Jacob Javits Center, showcasing food producers from around the world. Many countries sponsor national trade pavilions to show off their traditional and innovative products, and also many entrepreneurial Americans take the opportunity to introduce new specialty products for the American Market. Today it’s a quick wrap up of a few of the products that caught my eye.

ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

Theme Song: “Go Fish”, by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network.

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/07/01/rp150-fancy-food-show-hot-picks/feed/ 00:01:01 ReMARKable Palate #150: Fancy Food Show Hot Picks Today, itrsquo;s my annual wrap up of highlights from the Fancy Food Show. Each summer the NASFT, ... ReMARKable Palate #150: Fancy Food Show Hot Picks Today, itrsquo;s my annual wrap up of highlights from the Fancy Food Show. Each summer the NASFT, the National Association for the Specialty Food Trade, hosts a huge show at the Jacob Javits Center, showcasing food producers from around the world. Many countries sponsor national trade pavilions to show off their traditional and innovative products, and also many entrepreneurial Americans take the opportunity to introduce new specialty products for the American Market. Today itrsquo;s a quick wrap up of a few of the products that caught my eye. ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com Theme Song: "Go Fish", by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network. Audio,amp;,Video,Shows Chef Mark Tafoya no No CMN Video: Action Against Hunger Benefit http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/29/cmn-video-action-against-hunger-benefit/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/29/cmn-video-action-against-hunger-benefit/#comments Mon, 30 Jun 2008 03:26:16 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/29/cmn-video-action-against-hunger-benefit/ CMN Video: Action Against Hunger Benefit

We attend the Benefit party for the Restaurants Against Hunger campaign, to raise funds for Action Against Hunger, an International agency devoted to fighting hunger in over 43 countries in the world. Their aid helps children and adults with severe malnutrition and in many cases brings them back from the brink of death.

Please take a moment to donate at www.actionagainsthunger.org

A production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/29/cmn-video-action-against-hunger-benefit/feed/ noMark C. TafoyaA Food and Culture podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service in New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks and purveyors who bring them to us. We travel the world in search of the unique tastes and dishes that make each place special. ReMARKable Palate is a production of the Culinary Media Network.food,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainable CMN Video: Tasting Speck Alto Adige http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/28/cmn-video-tasting-speck-alto-adige/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/28/cmn-video-tasting-speck-alto-adige/#comments Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:39:10 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/28/cmn-video-tasting-speck-alto-adige/ CMN Video: Tasting Speck Alto Adige

Jennifer visits the Johannser Hof in Chiusa, Sudtirol to learn the traditional way that Speck is made. She speaks with Franz Mitterutzner, Director of the Speck Alto Adige Consoritum, about the methods and careful regulations that govern this traditional cured meat of Northern Italy. She then tastes some of Herr Brunner’s farmhouse Speck with Lou Di Palo of Di Palo’s Fine Foods.

A production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/28/cmn-video-tasting-speck-alto-adige/feed/ noMark C. TafoyaA Food and Culture podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service in New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks and purveyors who bring them to us. We travel the world in search of the unique tastes and dishes that make each place special. ReMARKable Palate is a production of the Culinary Media Network.food,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainable CMN Video: How to Make the Perfect Latte http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/26/cmn-video-how-to-make-the-perfect-latte/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/26/cmn-video-how-to-make-the-perfect-latte/#comments Thu, 26 Jun 2008 05:43:12 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/26/cmn-video-how-to-make-the-perfect-latte/ CMN Video: How to Make the Perfect Latte

Barista Heather Perry from the Ultimate Barista Challenge shows us how to make the perfect latte, with tips on milk temperature, rolling the steam, and how to make those cool designs that seem impossible!

www.ultimatebaristachallenge.com

A production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/26/cmn-video-how-to-make-the-perfect-latte/feed/ noMark C. TafoyaA Food and Culture podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service in New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks and purveyors who bring them to us. We travel the world in search of the unique tastes and dishes that make each place special. ReMARKable Palate is a production of the Culinary Media Network.food,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainable RP149: Italian Food Expert Julia Della Croce http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/24/rp149-italian-food-expert-julia-della-croce/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/24/rp149-italian-food-expert-julia-della-croce/#comments Wed, 25 Jun 2008 03:00:46 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/24/rp149-italian-food-expert-julia-della-croce/
ReMARKable Palate #149: Italian Food Expert Julia Della Croce

On today’s show, I visit with Julia Della Croce, one of the pre-eminent authorities on Italian food. Julia has written 11 cookbooks, each focusing on regional Italian cookery, from Rome to the Veneto to Umbria, and books on pasta, antipasti, and even vegetarian Italian dishes. I met Julia on a recent trip to Sicily, and we shared such wonderful conversations about fresh seasonal food, I wanted to have her on the show to share some of that with you. We met again recently on a beautiful day in New York, and in addition to talking about the issues of local eating vs. importing, she shares with us some of what she’s been doing to teach school-children about growing and making food.

ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

Theme Song: “Go Fish”, by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network.


]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/24/rp149-italian-food-expert-julia-della-croce/feed/ 00:01:01 ReMARKable Palate #149: Italian Food Expert Julia Della Croce On todayrsquo;s show, I visit with Julia Della Croce, one of the pre-eminent authorities on Italian ... ReMARKable Palate #149: Italian Food Expert Julia Della Croce On todayrsquo;s show, I visit with Julia Della Croce, one of the pre-eminent authorities on Italian food. Julia has written 11 cookbooks, each focusing on regional Italian cookery, from Rome to the Veneto to Umbria, and books on pasta, antipasti, and even vegetarian Italian dishes. I met Julia on a recent trip to Sicily, and we shared such wonderful conversations about fresh seasonal food, I wanted to have her on the show to share some of that with you. We met again recently on a beautiful day in New York, and in addition to talking about the issues of local eating vs. importing, she shares with us some of what shersquo;s been doing to teach school-children about growing and making food. ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com Theme Song: "Go Fish", by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network. Audio,amp;,Video,Shows,,italian,cooking,,italy,,local Chef Mark Tafoya no No CMN Video: How To Make Lobster Rolls http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/19/cmn-video-how-to-make-lobster-rolls/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/19/cmn-video-how-to-make-lobster-rolls/#comments Thu, 19 Jun 2008 05:56:52 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/19/cmn-video-how-to-make-lobster-rolls/ CMN Video: How to Make Lobster Rolls

Chef Mark is joined by Chef Alain Bosse from Taste of Nova Scotia, who shows us how to make a simple yet sumptuous lobster roll.

www.tasteofnovascotia.com

A production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/19/cmn-video-how-to-make-lobster-rolls/feed/ noMark C. TafoyaA Food and Culture podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service in New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks and purveyors who bring them to us. We travel the world in search of the unique tastes and dishes that make each place special. ReMARKable Palate is a production of the Culinary Media Network.food,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainable RP148: The Foods of Nova Scotia http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/17/rp148-the-foods-of-nova-scotia/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/17/rp148-the-foods-of-nova-scotia/#comments Wed, 18 Jun 2008 03:34:41 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/17/rp148-the-foods-of-nova-scotia/
ReMARKable Palate #148: The Foods of Nova Scotia & The Round the World Yacht Race

On today’s show, it’s a special visit to the Marina at the World Financial Center where we caught up with Chef Alain Bossé and Pam Wamback from Taste of Nova Scotia, who shared with us some of their great seafood, and showed off their clipper that’s participating in the Clipper 07-08 Round The World Yacht Race. I speak with Pam about the foods of Nova Scotia, and then with Anna Wardley of Clipper 07-08.

Look for our video demos with Chef Alain Bossé here on the CMN.

ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

Theme Song: “Go Fish”, by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network.


]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/17/rp148-the-foods-of-nova-scotia/feed/ 00:01:01 ReMARKable Palate #148: The Foods of Nova Scotia #38; The Round the World Yacht Race On todayrsquo;s show, itrsquo;s a special visit to the Marina ... ReMARKable Palate #148: The Foods of Nova Scotia #38; The Round the World Yacht Race On todayrsquo;s show, itrsquo;s a special visit to the Marina at the World Financial Center where we caught up with Chef Alain Bosseacute; and Pam Wamback from Taste of Nova Scotia, who shared with us some of their great seafood, and showed off their clipper that's participating in the Clipper 07-08 Round The World Yacht Race. I speak with Pam about the foods of Nova Scotia, and then with Anna Wardley of Clipper 07-08. Look for our video demos with Chef Alain Bosseacute; here on the CMN. ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com Theme Song: "Go Fish", by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network. Audio,amp;,Video,Shows Chef Mark Tafoya no No CMN Video: Lobster Sex http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/17/cmn-video-lobster-sex/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/17/cmn-video-lobster-sex/#comments Tue, 17 Jun 2008 17:48:06 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/17/cmn-video-lobster-sex/ CMN Video: Lobster Sex

Jennifer is joined by Chef Alain Bosse from Taste of Nova Scotia, who shows us how to identify male and female lobsters,and also gives us a lesson on the intricacies of lobster sex!

http://www.tasteofnovascotia.com/

A production of The Culinary Media Network (www.culinarymedianetwork.com).


]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/17/cmn-video-lobster-sex/feed/ noMark C. TafoyaA Food and Culture podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service in New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks and purveyors who bring them to us. We travel the world in search of the unique tastes and dishes that make each place special. ReMARKable Palate is a production of the Culinary Media Network.food,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainable CMN Video: Chef Rick Bayless at NY Times Travel Show Part2 http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/15/cmn-video-chef-rick-bayless-at-ny-times-travel-show-part2/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/15/cmn-video-chef-rick-bayless-at-ny-times-travel-show-part2/#comments Sun, 15 Jun 2008 17:56:42 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/15/cmn-video-chef-rick-bayless-at-ny-times-travel-show-part2/ CMN Video: Chef Rick Bayless at NY Times Travel Show, Part 2

Chef Rick Bayless, of Chicago’s Frontera Grill and Topolobampo speaks at the NY Times Travel Show. He demonstrates how to make a Green Mole Sauce, and explains many of the unique Mexican ingredients that go into it. On Part 3 he finishes the dish, using the mole with Shrimp.

A production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/15/cmn-video-chef-rick-bayless-at-ny-times-travel-show-part2/feed/ noMark C. TafoyaA Food and Culture podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service in New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks and purveyors who bring them to us. We travel the world in search of the unique tastes and dishes that make each place special. ReMARKable Palate is a production of the Culinary Media Network.food,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainable CMN Video: How to Break Down a Lobster http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/11/cmn-video-how-to-break-down-a-lobster/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/11/cmn-video-how-to-break-down-a-lobster/#comments Thu, 12 Jun 2008 04:15:06 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/11/cmn-video-how-to-break-down-a-lobster/ CMN Video: How to Break Down a Lobster

Chef Mark is joined by Chef Alain Bosse from Taste of Nova Scotia, who shows us how to break down a lobster, getting all the tasty meat inside. We learn about what parts to avoid, and how to get at all the good stuff!

www.tasteofnovascotia.com

A production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/11/cmn-video-how-to-break-down-a-lobster/feed/ noMark C. TafoyaA Food and Culture podcast by Chef Mark Tafoya of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service in New York City. We explore the foods of the world and the passionate chefs, farmers, cooks and purveyors who bring them to us. We travel the world in search of the unique tastes and dishes that make each place special. ReMARKable Palate is a production of the Culinary Media Network.food,cooking,recipes,chef,personal,chef,Mark,Tafoya,cook,interviews,shopping,kitchen,greenmarket,farmer,s,market,organic,sustainable RP147: More Kitchen Tips with The Full Time Mom http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/10/rp147-more-kitchen-tips-with-the-full-time-mom/ http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/10/rp147-more-kitchen-tips-with-the-full-time-mom/#comments Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:34:41 +0000 remarkablepalate@gmail.com (Mark C. Tafoya) http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/10/rp147-more-kitchen-tips-with-the-full-time-mom/
ReMARKable Palate #146: More Kitchen Tips with the Full Time Mom

On today’s show, it’s part 2 of my interview with Stephanie Ravenscraft from The Full Time Mom Podcast. Stephanie is a good friend of mine, and had me on her show to share tips for making family meals more fun and exciting. We talk more about food foibles and getting family members to eat a wider range of food, tips on seasoning a cast iron skillet, and how to properly prepare for going to the grocery store.

ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Network. www.culinarymedianetwork.com

Theme Song: “Go Fish”, by Big Money Grip, from the Podsafe Music Network.

]]> http://remarkablepalate.com/blog/2008/06/10/rp147-more-kitchen-tips-with-the-full-time-mom/feed/ 00:01:01 ReMARKable Palate #146: More Kitchen Tips with the Full Time Mom On todayrsquo;s show, itrsquo;s part 2 of my interview with Stephanie Ravenscraft from The ... ReMARKable Palate #146: More Kitchen Tips with the Full Time Mom On todayrsquo;s show, itrsquo;s part 2 of my interview with Stephanie Ravenscraft from The Full Time Mom Podcast. Stephanie is a good friend of mine, and had me on her show to share tips for making family meals more fun and exciting. We talk more about food foibles and getting family members to eat a wider range of food, tips on seasoning a cast iron skillet, and how to properly prepare for going to the grocery store. ReMARKable Palate is a production of The Culinary Media Net